ETFM asks a panel of experts to discuss the role that ETFs play in the pensions industry and how they compare with other products
What are the benefits of using ETFs for pension funds? Mark Rodino: They can play an important role both tactically and strategically. As listed securities ETFs are easy to access and are extremely flexible instruments to use short or long-term to provide the market return at relatively low cost and with very high levels of transparency and liquidity. All of these benefits are in demand following the credit crisis. In the short-term ETFs can be excellent tools for transition and tactical exposure management. Matthew Holden: There are several advantages of using ETFs as an invest...
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